grind
Pronunciation:
/ˈɡɹaɪnd/noun
Definitions
The act of reducing to powder, or of sharpening, by friction.
Something that has been reduced to powder, something that has been ground.
A specific degree of pulverization of coffee beans.
Example: This bag contains espresso grind.
A tedious and laborious task.
Example: This homework is a grind.
Synonyms:chore
verb
Definitions
To reduce to smaller pieces by crushing with lateral motion.
To shape with the force of friction.
Example: grind a lens; grind an axe
To remove material by rubbing with an abrasive surface.
To become ground, pulverized, or polished by friction.
Example: Steel grinds to a sharp edge.